Canazole Mouth Paint
bottle of 15.0 ml Mouth Paint
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Clotrimazole (1% w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Lupin Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Canazole Mouth Paint is an antifungal medication that treats fungal infections of the mouth. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. Canazole Mouth Paint should be applied on the site of lesion inside the mouth. Follow the doctor’s instruction or use it in the dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course even when you feel better. You must have to avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes after using it. It is a safe medicine with few side effects but you may get allergic reactions like swelling of the lips, throat or face, and trouble breathing. Inform your doctor if bothers you or does not go away. It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy.
Canazole Mouth Paint is an antifungal medication which treats fungal infections of the mouth. It works by binding with the mucosa (the inner surface of the lips and cheeks) from where it is slowly released into the saliva. The fungal cell membranes are destroyed thereby killing the fungi.
What is Canazole Mouth Paint used to treat?
Canazole Mouth Paint is an antifungal medicine that treats a wide variety of yeasts and yeast-like fungi, including Candida albicans. It is primarily used to prevent and treat oral thrush (inner lining of the mouth), esophagus, and intestinal tract infections.
Is Canazole Mouth Paint effective against bacteria, protozoa, or viruses?
No, Canazole Mouth Paint is only effective against fungi. It does not treat bacterial, protozoal, or viral infections.
What is the recommended duration of treatment with Canazole Mouth Paint?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection. For tinea (fungal skin) infections, it's usually 1 month, and for Candida infections, it's at least 15 days.
Can I stop using Canazole Mouth Paint if my symptoms have disappeared?
No, it's essential to complete the full treatment duration as directed by your doctor, even after symptoms have subsided. Stopping treatment prematurely can lead to infection recurrence.
Is Canazole Mouth Paint safe for children?
Yes, but only when used as directed by a doctor. Children should be given the correct dose and for the prescribed length of time. Minor side effects may occur, but they are usually not bothersome.
What precautions should I take while applying Canazole Mouth Paint?
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after application. If using on infected skin (e.g., feet), wash and dry the area, especially between toes, before applying the cream.
Can I share towels or bath mats with others while treating a fungal infection?
No, as you could spread the infection to them. Keep personal hygiene items separate from others during treatment.
Does Canazole Mouth Paint affect contraception?
Yes, it may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives (e.g., diaphragms and condoms) for at least 5 days after using Canazole Mouth Paint. Use alternative methods of contraception during this time.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
- Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Wait for at least 30 minutes before eating and drinking anything.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Breastfeed
Canazole Mouth Paint is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy
Canazole Mouth Paint is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
